For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 795 students in Glen Carbon, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Glen Carbon, IL is Albert Cassens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glen Carbon, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Glen Carbon have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Glen Carbon, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albert Cassens Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1014 Glen Crossing Rd
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 655-6150
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 655-6150
Gr: 3-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
141 Birger Ave
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 692-7460
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 692-7460
Gr: PK-2 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Glen Carbon, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Glen Carbon, IL include Albert Cassens Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Glen Carbon?
2 public schools are located in Glen Carbon.
What is the racial composition of students in Glen Carbon?
Glen Carbon public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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